Recognizing the threat that the spread of radical Islamist terrorism and Iranian adventurism in Africa poses to the United States, our allies, and interests.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (9 Jan 2009): Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 16, is a concurrent resolution introduced in the House of Representatives. It would formally recognize the threat posed by radical Islamist terrorism and Iranian actions in Africa to the United States, its allies, and its interests. The resolution also acknowledges the efforts of some African governments and regional groups to prevent their territories from being used by terrorist organizations.
The resolution calls for the U.S. government to collaborate with African governments to conduct an anti-terrorism campaign. It further urges the U.S. to assist African countries in developing legislation to combat terrorist networks and to establish more joint counterterrorism operations and information-sharing mechanisms. The resolution also suggests that the new U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) should play a role in coordinating U.S. security goals in the region.
As a concurrent resolution, this bill expresses the sense of Congress rather than enacting new law. It was introduced on January 9, 2009, and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill's status indicates it is in the early stages of the legislative process.
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Official summary
Recognizes the threat that the spread of radical Islamist terrorism and Iranian adventurism in Africa poses to the United States, our allies, and interests.
Acknowledges the commitment and cooperation of some African governments and regional organizations to deny the use of their territory to radical Islamist terrorist organizations.
Calls on the U.S. government to work with governments in Africa to pursue an antiterrorism campaign.
Timeline
9 Jan 2009
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 16 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 16, is a concurrent resolution introduced in the House of Representatives. It would formally recognize the threat posed by radical Islamist terrorism and Iranian actions in Africa to the United States, its allies, and its interests. The resolution also acknowledges the efforts of some African governments and regional groups to prevent their territories from being used by terrorist organizations. The resolution calls for the U.S. government to collaborate with African governments to conduct an anti-terrorism campaign. It further urges the U.S. to assist African countries in developing legislation to combat terrorist networks and to establish more joint counterterrorism operations and information-sharing mechanisms. The resolution also suggests that the new U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) should play a role in coordinating U.S. security goals in the region. As a concurrent resolution, this bill expresses the sense of Congress rather than enacting new law. It was introduced on January 9, 2009, and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill's status indicates it is in the early stages of the legislative process.
- Has H.Con.Res. 16 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 16. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 16?
- H.Con.Res. 16 was sponsored by Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18] (R-FL), with 34 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 16?
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (9 Jan 2009).
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